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Strength exercise

Push-up (Close Grip)

How to do it

  1. Start in a high plank position with hands slightly wider than shoulder-width.
  2. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
  3. Lower your chest toward the floor by bending your elbows.
  4. Descend until your chest nearly touches the ground.
  5. Push back up to the starting position.
  6. Keep your core engaged throughout.

Muscles worked

ChestMuscles located in the front of the upper body, primarily responsible for pushing movements. All Chest exercises
Triceps BrachiiThree-headed muscle at the back of the upper arm responsible for elbow extension. All Triceps Brachii exercises
Forearm FlexorsGroup of muscles on the inner forearm responsible for wrist flexion and grip strength. All Forearm Flexors exercises

Related Chest exercises

Barbell Close Grip Bench PressBarbell Wide Grip Bench PressDumbbell Bench Press (Neutral Grip)Push-up (Wide Grip)Reverse Grip Bench PressSmith Machine Close Grip Bench Press
Type
Strength
Equipment
Bodyweight
Primary muscles
Chest, Triceps Brachii, Forearm Flexors
Measured in
Reps and weight